A Laurel goes to State Rep. Ann Purcell for her diligent service on behalf of Effingham County. We may not have always agreed with the honorable legislator, but she has been one of the hardest working people at the Capitol. Serving on more committees than any other House member — seven — Purcell hit the ground running when elected and hasn’t stopped. She has always answered our calls and requests for information and made sure we were informed of events and issues our readers might find of interest. She will be truly missed when she leaves office at the end of the year. Best wishes and thanks.